1990 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault 21 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | 21 | Fabia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |